Sestuccia is a single floor house located a few kilometres from Gaiole in Chianti. It is nestled in a perfectly maintained garden. It is as part of a country house which is occupied by the owners.

The property is completely fenced and surrounded by a pretty forest and vineyard. On a higher level from Sestuccio there is a barbeque and the pool which is shared with the owners. To one end of the pool is a room with a sauna and Turkish bath.

The villa Sestuccia is below the main house where the owners stay. It has a private terrace furnished with a wooden table and chairs. There is morning sun on the terrace. The entire villa has terracotta floors and wooden beams on the ceiling.

Inside there is a large, bright room which has billiards table, furnished with several cues and balls. To one side is a wooden table where there is a small laptop with Internet connection. To the other side, below a pretty terracotta arch there is a double sofa.

Passing under the arch there is the spacious kitchen with dining area. The kitchen unit runs along one wall and is fully fitted with gas hobs, oven, fridge with freezer. On another wall is a large fireplace. The dining table in the middle of the room can seat comfortably up to 8 people. From this room there are stairs that lead to the owners villa, however the door remains locked.

To the back of the villa is the sleeping area, where there is a big bathroom with hydro-massage bath and handheld shower. The spacious bedroom is furnished with a double iron bed and a large wooden wardrobe. Completing this villa is a laundry room which is shared with the owner.

The owners of the villa are a lovely friendly family (3 people) who will be available should you require any assistance or information. They may occasionally make use of the swimming pool.

Air conditioning is available throughout the villa and is included in the price.

The entire property is run with renewable energy based on solar panels. There is a biological vegetable garden that guests can use.

The owners also own a chicken coop and will be happy to provide guests with fresh eggs each morning free of charge.

Pool Info

The pool is situated a short distance away from the villa. It is shared with the owners and their family. This sunny area of the large garden is a perfect place to relax after a day out sightseeing.

Next to the pool is a wellness centre with sauna and Turkish bath.
The pool is 11x5.5 metres and 1.5 to 2 metres deep. The pool is always open.

The Security Deposit is 200 Euro or equivalent in your own currency, is collected on your arrival and held by the owner for the duration of your stay. Should you or your party cause any damage at the property contact us straight away so that we can help agree a reasonable settlement. Damage does not mean normal usage or wear and tear.Payment method for security deposit: Cash or Cheque

Weekly linen and bathroom towels:
included - service provided by local supplier

Heating, if used: Included

Final clean:
included - service provided by local supplier

Tourist tax:
1,50 Euro per person, per night for the first 7 nights, some exemptions apply

Baby cot: 1
available on request, no extra cost

High chair: 1
available on request, no extra cost

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The Security Deposit is 200 Euro or equivalent in your own currency, is collected on your arrival and held by the owner for the duration of your stay. Should you or your party cause any damage at the property contact us straight away so that we can help agree a reasonable settlement. Damage does not mean normal usage or wear and tear.Payment method for security deposit: Cash or Cheque

Weekly linen and bathroom towels:
included - service provided by local supplier

Heating, if used: Included

Final clean:
included - service provided by local supplier

Tourist tax:
1,50 Euro per person, per night for the first 7 nights, some exemptions apply

Baby cot: 1
available on request, no extra cost

High chair: 1
available on request, no extra cost

The guest reviews published below represent the personal opinions of To Tuscany customers who completed a questionnaire after their stay at the villa or apartment. These opinions do not necessarily represent the view of To Tuscany. For help with translation we recommend http://translate.google.com/

We did not use the Steam room or Sauna, I did use the out door jacuzzi at midnight and watched the stars, which was magnificent! The pool was lovely and set in a sun trap for catching the rays, but with a shaded area if needed. The grounds were great, the owners relaxed and unobtrusive. The villa was cool in the daytime but heated if needed, everything was very good for a couple. Would definitely return.

The lack of any kettle (gas or electric) and no coffee making stuff (a cafetiere should now be resident, as we left the one we bought!) otherwise the only minor comment would be that there was no "welcome pack" (most places we've stayed before had the basics and a basket of local produce) or basics like salt, so you'll need to buy everything. Maybe the cleaners are over zealous between guests? These are minor and would not detract from returning, just wish we knew before hand!

There are plenty of vineyards to visit, worth a call ahead if you have specific ones to make sure they are open. In Gaiole itself is a small Co-op supermarket, a little deli shop (great) and a wine shop who has tables outside to enjoy his wines along with deli bits too (excellent), we ate once at "Il Pievano" a Michelin 3 fork which was wonderful, but best to go early rather than later as you don't want to be rushed! www.viamichelin.com has lots more. The village has some basic eateries too. Big supermarket means a trip to a big town, so 30minutes drive away.

What were the highlights of your stay? Gorgeous private pool and garden.What was your overall impression of the accommodation? The accomodation was excellent, in particular the owners brilliant pool. It was a shame my Italian wasn't good enough to converse with our excellent host Luciano and his family, however he made our stay as comfortable as possible and I would definitely recommend his lovely property. Did you have any unpleasant surprises during your stay with us? Do you have any other comments regarding the accommodation or service? tim simsUnited KingdomMay 2011

LEWIS

REDRUTH, United Kingdom

Review date:
28.05.2011

Stay: April 2011

What were the highlights of your stay? first time in Tuscany and loved it, we got engaged after a romantic marrage proposal in Florence by the Ponte Vecchio50th birthday celebrations and fantastic food at cerulloenjoyed our cooking lesson with Toscana Mia (booked from a link on your website)

What was your overall impression of the accommodation? lovely standard of decor, spacious and beautiful facilities. good shower, whirlpool bath, firm bed, lovely homely kitchen, gorgeous quiet location and great viewsnice swimming pool, sauna and a nice welcome from the owner who was warm and generous despite not speaking english. his daughter (who did speak english) and his family were kind and attentive to our needs / queries, particularly when the electrics failed one evening.Did you have any unpleasant surprises during your stay with us? mentioned the electrics failed (very quickly resolved); lights quite low wattage for a place with little natural light, but this was probably environmentally friendly and I bet in summer you'd be glad of the coolDo you have any other comments regarding the accommodation or service? delightful place, warm and generous owner, lovely location and great place for exploring the real tuscanyLEWIS FURSMANUnited KingdomApril 2011Congratulations on your engagement! A honeymoon in Tuscany perhaps??

No it is not possible to arrive early, this is to ensure the villa is fully prepared for your arrival.
To ensure the villa can be prepared for the next guest please depart by 10.00

- Are pool towels supplied?

included - service provided by local supplier

- Is there Internet in the villa?

free WI-FI available

- Can we bring an extra person / child that can sleep on an air mattress or not the couch?

No, for fire and safety regulations, and insurance purposes, the maximum number of people indicated on the description cannot be exceeded.
NB: anyone aged 2 or above counts towards the occupancy of the house.

- Can we order a cot and / or high chair?

Please see here if it is possible in your villa. You can order these while completing your booking online, or at a later date by logging into you account.

- Where do I find information about the final cleaning, security deposit and other extra charges?

For complete details about what costs are included and excluded see here

- How much does heating cost in Italy?

Heating is very expensive in Italy. Most properties charge heating by consumption. Please make sure on arrival you are shown the meter so that you can check your spending. Here you can see how heating is charged at your villa.

- Is there a local bike hire place?

For bike hire shops see here, this is not an exhaustive list. On arrival you can check with the property owner for the closest shop.

- Where is the nearest grocery shop?

Click here for information about the nearest village/town and grocery shop.

- Is it possible to have a Welcome Hamper? if yes, how can we order one?

Yes, a Welcome Hamper can be provided (service provided by local supplier). To order a Welcome Hamper please login into your account and place the order for one Welcome Hamper

- Where is the nearest recommended restaurant?

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- When do I get the directions and keyholder contact?

After paying the balance you will receive the directions. They will also be accessible in your account.
You will also be supplied with a contact number for To Tuscany in case you should have any queries about the property on arrival

- Where do I find the directions?

Once your balance payment has been received you can access the directions from your account.

- Can we book a weekly stay not arriving on Saturday?

From June to end September, it is not possible to change the arrival/departure days. In other seasons it can be considered only for last minute bookings and at the owners discretion. Please contact us for more information or if you have a specific request.

- What is there for children to do in Tuscany?

Click here for some ideas of what to do with children while on holiday

Villas which allow pets have an icon with a dog. Please check the description page of your villa for the icon. If pets are accepted this is normally limited to ONE dog per booking, please contact your agent for any questions. Some properties have extra charges for pets, make sure you check the extra charges here for pet charges.

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